English dictionary
exploit
nounPronunciation
ˈɛksplɔɪt
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a notable achievement
verb
- use or manipulate to one's advantage
verb
- draw from; make good use of
verb
- work excessively hard
Example sentences
he performed a great feat
the book was her finest effort
He exploited the new taxation system
She knows how to work the system
he works his parents for sympathy
we must exploit the resources we are given wisely
he is exploiting the students